Playoffs · Round 1 · Game 1
Boston CelticsCeltics
107
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Chicago BullsBulls
117
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Box Score
| TEAM | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston CelticsCeltics | 21 | 26 | 33 | 27 | 107 |
| Chicago BullsBulls | 36 | 28 | 22 | 31 | 117 |
After Action Report
In Chicago, the Bulls pulled away from the Celtics 117-107. Bulls controlled the tempo from tip to buzzer. Bulls' Rim Wreckers got loose for easy buckets in transition; Bulls' Run-and-Gun identity dictated the tempo. Early returns: the Bulls per-player utilization choices fit the identity tonight.
What tipped it
- Bulls · Rim Wreckers A trio of high-flyers run, dunk, and tilt the pace.
- Celtics · Glass Eaters Crashing the boards generates extra possessions and second-chance buckets.